Exercises Using Body Weight

Forget squats — I use this simple Pilates exercise to isolate your glutes and reduce lower back pain

While squats and lunges are a fantastic way to strengthen the glutes and lower body, there’s one simple Pilates exercise that ...

I use this one Pilates exercise to build my deep core and prevent lower back pain — here's how

The lower-body variety will help you engage deep pelvic floor muscles during the move, and squeezing the ring between your ...

Here’s Exactly How to Start Strength Training in Midlife, According to a Trainer

“Strength training in midlife is an investment in your long-term health,” says Patricia Greaves, CPT, WH Strength in ...

These 3 Workouts Take Walking to the Next Level

In this workout, you’ll walk at an RPE of 2 (easy effort), 3 (moderate), 4 (somewhat hard), and 5 (hard). At RPE levels 2 ...

Concerned about osteoporosis? What helps prevent fractures beyond medication

Osteoporosis — a significant drop in bone density — can lead to fractures and disability if left untreated. Here are ways to ...

4 Bodyweight Exercises That Strengthen Your Core as Effectively as a Plank

While the plank is an excellent core exercise, several other options can strengthen your core. You can do these bodyweight ...

An Exercise Physiologist Explains the Flawed Relationship Between VO2 Max and Bodyweight

First, it helps to understand the difference between the two common ways physiologists report VO2 max. Relative VO2 max takes ...

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An exercise physiologist says more injuries occur when walking downhill than uphill—here’s why and what you can do to avoid them

Walking uphill is tough. Whether you enjoy hiking and seek out inclines or just live in a hilly area, you probably find yourself reaching the summit sweaty and out of breath—no matter your fitness ...

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